From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, the Hey YA podcast is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit.
Erica talks queer YA graphic novels you should read and Kelly speaks with author and activist Frederick Joseph.
Danika joins Kelly this week to talk about exciting new YA books that hit shelves in June and July, as well as to talk the best YA books of 2025 so far.
Kelly talks with YA author L.M. Elliott about historical fiction, Watergate, and contemporary politics for teens.
Kelly talks with E. Lockhart about the We Were Liars adaptation and Erica talks with Rioter Danika Ellis about the 10th anniversary of Nimona.
Erica goes over a nice mix of new YA books by AAPI authors, while Kelly has a great convo with Erin Entrada Kelly and Kwame Mbalia, authors of the new rom-com On Again, Awkward Again.
A few new books and a look back at a favorite episode!
Erica gets into some cutesy/cozy YA books, and Kelly speaks to Huda Fahmy about her fictionalized memoir series.
Kelly and Erica discuss their most anticipated YA books coming out in April.
Erica gets into some new YA graphic novels that she's excited about, and Kelly interviews YA author Ava Reid about her latest release, the art of homage, and being a life-long Hunger Games fan.
Get your hands on some of the best new YA books hitting shelves this month.